This is the first self-defence book for everyone working in the film and television industry, Addressing a general, non-attorney readership, it is a fascinating, highly accessible and practical guide to current entertainment laws peculiarities and 'creative' practices. Armed with this book, filmmakers can save themselves thousands of dollars in legal fees as they navigate the entertainment business's shark-infested waters. Whether you are a professional or wannabe producer, writer, director, or actor, Litwak can help you make the most of your business dealings while steering you clear of contractual traps. This second edition contains hundreds of updates and revisions of the first edition and includes two new chapters: 'Legal Remedies' and 'Retaining Attorneys, Agents, and Managers'.
Mark Litwak is the author of six books and numerous articles. He is an entertainment attorney based in Beverly Hills, California, an arbitrator and an expert witness. He is the creator of the popular CD-ROM program Movie Magic Contracts.
A frequent speaker, he has presented seminars across the United States, and in England, Australia, South Africa and Canada including presentations for the American Film Institute, Columbia University, N.Y.U, U.S.C, the University of British Columbia and the Royal College of Art in London.
Litwak has been a lawyer for 33 years. He has an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been named a Southern California Super Lawyer by Law & Politics magazine.
He is the creator of Entertainment Law Resources, at www.marklitwak.com.
